Maine Historical Society: MHS Cruise

2012 MHS Trip
13-Day Imperial Waterways of Russia
September 2 - 15, 2012

For reservations, contact Eric Baxter at Hewins Travel
(207-772-7252, x 1209, ebaxter@hewinstravel.com

Trip Description

Enjoy a truly unique experience as Maine Historical Society cruises for 13 days on River Victoria through Russia.

Discover the rich history and traditions along the imperial waterways of Russia. Explore enchanting St. Petersburg with visits to Catherine's Palace the Hermitage Museum, and a viewing of a breathtaking ballet. Visit Mandrogi, a reconstructed Russian village and UNESCO-designated Kizhi Island, and experience daily life in Russia with visits to the Children's house of Arts and Crafts. Cruise along the Golden Ring to some of Russia's most beautiful cities—including Yaroslavl and Uglich. Your journey ends in Moscow. Awe-inspiring sights such as Red Square; the Kremlin; and the iconic, onion domed St. Basil's Cathedral will bring you up close to the rich traditions and royal history of Russia.

Uniworld's River Victoria

An elegant NEW boutique cruise ship to sail the Imperial Waterways of Russia. The Volga River, Europe's largest and longest waterway, holds a special place in Russian history and in the hearts and minds of the Russian people. An important aquatic "highway" since Medieval times, the Volga has long served as a major route of trade, settlement, and conquest. Peter the Great sailed along the Volga from Moscow to St. Petersburg approximately 300 years ago on a quest to bring Russia out of the Dark Ages. And centuries' worth of Russian music and literature refl ect the people's deep feeling for the river. Inaugurated in 2011, the River Victoria accommodates a maximum of 206 guests, providing the intimate small-ship ambiance preferred by Uniworld's experienced travelers.

Incentive for Early Registration

Past Uniworld Passengers save $100 per person

Whether you're a veteran traveler with MHS or new to our trips, we invite you to join us. You'll meet other members of Maine Historical Society and forge new friendships and memories while traveling and dining together. We look forward to traveling with you!

Reservations & Pricing

13-Day Imperial Waterways of Russia: September 2-15, 2012, from $4,140

_{Price is per person, cruise only, based on double occupancy in a category 6 stateroom and includes port charges and all meals!}

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Full Itinerary

13-Day Imperial Waterways of Russia
September 2 - 15, 2012

Sunday, September 2: Depart USA

Monday, September 3: Arrive St. Petersburg, transfer to ship

Tuesday, September 4: St. Petersburg

Wednesday, September 5: St. Petersburg

Thursday, September 6: St. Petersburg

Friday, September 7: Mandrogi, cruising the Svir River

Saturday, September 8: Kizhi Island, cruising Lake Onega

Sunday, September 9: Goritsy

Monday, September 10: Cruising Lake Rybinsk, Yaroslavi

Tuesday, September 11: Uglich

Wednesday, September 12: Moscow

Thursday, September 13: Moscow

Friday, September 14: Moscow

Saturday, September 15: Depart Moscow